Stone Mountain Solstice Sunset and Full Moonrise Hike - Mon, Jun 20 2016

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Stone Mountain Solstice Sunset and Full Moonrise Hike


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Stone Mountain Park   Hike: Stone Mountain Solstice Sunset and Full Moonrise Hike  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Jun 20 2016  6:00 pm >> Mon, Jun 20 2016 10:00 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Jun 9 2016 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Jun 19 2016 9:00 pm
Event Duration:4 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:7 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Lisa
Laura V
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 20 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

A full moon rising on the summer solstice?! This must be heaven. Join us to celebrate the longest day of the year AND a full moon on the rise. First we'll circle the mountain via the Cherokee Trail at a fairly fast clip. Once around the mountain, we'll ascend via a path less traveled (not the main walk-up trail). Once atop, we'll settle in to watch the sun set on the longest day of the year. After the sun departs, the moon will make her appearance.

We will enjoy a few moments of bliss before descending back down the mountain. Sunset time is 8:51 pm and moonrise is 9:00 pm. 

Don't be late! We will take off promptly at 6:00. Allow plenty of time for rush hour traffic, finding a parking spot, and circling up for introductions. Neither the sunset, moonrise, nor your trip leaders will wait for you.

Photo credit to Lemmy.


Required Items to Bring:

sturdy hiking shoes with good tread

headlamp or flashlight

water or hydrating beverage

snack to enjoy at the summit

can-do attitude

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

your sense of humor


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

From I-285 take U.S. Hwy 78 East (Snellville/Athens) exit.

Travel about 7 miles and take Exit 8, the Stone Mountain Park Main Entrance. After entering the main entrance, proceed straight ahead. The road will fork at about 1 mile – stay to the right.

Continue to follow the road for another mile.
Confederate Hall will be on your left.
The parking lot will be immediately after. We’ll meet behind Confederate Hall near the walk up trail.

 Additional directions and maps can be found at: http://stonemountainpark.com/default.aspx

 


Notes:
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